William Howard School

URN: 137252 • Brampton CA8 1AR

Overview

Name
William Howard School
URN
137252
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kath Pigdon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01697745700
Website
Visit
Address
Longtown Road, Brampton CA8 1AR

Summary

William Howard School, located in Brampton, Cumbria, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,303 students and a capacity of 1,462. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and high-performing learning environment, where the focus is on helping every student achieve their full potential. The ethos emphasizes personal growth and academic excellence, supported by a committed staff and a strong student leadership team.

The curriculum at William Howard School is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, offering an Accelerate Curriculum for Key Stage 3 and tailored options for Key Stages 4 and 5. The school also prioritises character development and provides various extra-curricular opportunities to enrich the student experience. Support systems are in place for students with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all pupils receive the assistance they require.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's approach, as demonstrated by events like the Year 6 Open Evening, which invites families to explore the school and connect with staff and students. William Howard School actively encourages parental involvement and communication, fostering a collaborative environment for student success.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1462
Pupils
1303
Boys
667
Girls
636
FSM %
18.50
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1303 667 636 1462 18.50
2024-09-11 1346 688 658 1462 17.60
2023-09-11 1362 690 672 1462 13.00
2022-09-11 1362 690 672 1462 13.00
2021-09-11 1367 696 671 1462 10.30
2020-09-11 1411 714 697 1462 8.00

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